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Old Sep 5, 2018 | 08:16 PM
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Default Lubricating Front Steering Bearing

I own a 2016 Ultra Limited and according to the maintenance schedule the front steering bearings needs to be lubricated. I have looked for a zerk fitting but can’t seem to find one on the steering column. Is there one there, I just can’t see it? Where is it located? Also, what’s the recommended grease to use? I’ve seen several posts that don’t recommend the HD steering grease. Thanks!
 
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Old Sep 5, 2018 | 09:55 PM
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No zerk fitting for that. You need to remove the triple tree from the bike to get to the bearings. I wipe all the old grease off and recoat the bearings in new bearing grease. I use a synthetic bearing grease on mine.
 
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